Head Teacher

Required for September 2016. Due to the retirement of our valued and well-respected Head Teacher, the Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic, practising Catholic with vision, drive and energy to lead our welcoming and successful school.

St. Thomas More School is a voluntary aided, two-form entry primary school, committed to providing quality education in a caring environment that reflects the values and beliefs of our Catholic faith. Our school achieved an Ofsted grading of ‘Outstanding’ in 2013 and we are keen to continue to develop so are looking for an experienced and visionary Head Teacher to lead our talented team.

We can offer:

• A strong Catholic ethos where every child is valued
• Happy, hardworking, well-behaved children who show willingness to learn and to participate
• A talented team of dedicated and hardworking teaching and support staff
• Supportive parents, tireless PFA, committed Governing Body and good links with the parish community and other local schools
• Well maintained and resourced school buildings with attractive sports field, wooded area with Forest School and outdoor play equipment.

We are seeking a candidate who will have:

• A strong Catholic faith and a deep commitment to Catholic education and the Catholic ethos of the school
• A proven track record of successful leadership and management
• The drive to pursue and achieve the highest standards in teaching and learning
• The highest expectation for pupils’ attainment, progress, personal development and behaviour
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
• A commitment to promote and foster partnerships with parents, the parish and the wider community

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. To arrange a visit please contact Mrs. Christine Fillingham, The School Business Manager, on 01634 864701 or via email on office@st-thomasmore.medway.sch.uk  

To request an application pack including application form, or further details, please contact Karen Smart via email on karen.smart@kapehr.co.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon 4th March 2016
Shortlisting: Monday 7th March 2016
Interviews: 17th and 18th March 2016

St Thomas More School is within the Medway Council authority and the RC Archdiocese of Southwark.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

St Thomas More Catholic
Primary School
Bleakwood Road, Walderslade, Chatham, Kent, ME5 0NF
‘Love one another, as I have loved you.’
Telephone: 01634 864701
Email: office@st-thomasmore.medway.sch.uk
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